Regional Chef

Willingcare; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury care home provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Regional Chef to oversee culinary operations across multiple Nursing Homes. The ideal candidate will have a strong culinary qualification, experience in care home settings, and excellent leadership skills. This role offers a competitive hourly wage and the opportunity for career progression within a supportive organization.

Benefits

Mileage allowance

40 hours per week

Free DBS check

Uniform and parking provided

Blue Light Card for discounts

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience in culinary arts.
• Previous chef experience in care homes or healthcare catering.
• Strong understanding of dietary requirements, allergens, and nutrition.

Responsibilities

• Oversee culinary operations across multiple Nursing Homes.
• Design and deliver nutritious resident-focused menus.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Lead, motivate, and train kitchen teams.
• Manage budgets and control costs.

Skills

Professional culinary qualification

Chef experience in care homes

Understanding of dietary requirements

Leadership skills

Knowledge of food hygiene

Problem-solving ability

Full UK driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery

Job description

Job Description

Regional Chef Care Homes 15 per hour Mileage

Areas covered - Weymouth Christchurch Bournemouth.

Our client is looking for an experienced and passionate Regional Chef to join their catering team and support multiple luxury Nursing Homes across Bournemouth Weymouth and Christchurch.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a skilled chef who wants to make a real difference by delivering nutritious high-quality meals tailored to the needs of elderly residents.

As a Regional Chef you will travel between sites oversee kitchen operations and inspire catering teams to deliver outstanding food and dining experiences every day.

What We’re Looking For

• Professional culinary qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery) or equivalent experience
• Previous chef experience in care homes healthcare catering or similar environments
• Strong understanding of dietary requirements including allergens dysphagia and nutrition for specific health conditions.
• Excellent leadership and people-management skills
• Up-to-date knowledge of food hygiene health & safety and compliance standards
• Problem-solving ability and flexibility in a fast-paced environment
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the Bournemouth Weymouth and Christchurch areas

What’s On Offer

• 15 per hour mileage allowance
• 40 hours per week with job security
• Free DBS check uniform and parking
• Blue Light Card for shopping and leisure discounts
• Opportunities for career development and progression within a supportive organisation

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee culinary operations across multiple Nursing Homes in the region
• Design and deliver nutritious resident-focused menus tailored to dietary needs (including allergens fortified diets and dysphagia management)
• Ensure compliance with food safety hygiene and regulatory standards through regular kitchen audits
• Lead motivate and train kitchen teams to maintain high standards
• Manage budgets control costs and introduce sustainable catering practices
• Work with suppliers to source fresh high-quality ingredients responsibly
• Engage with residents and families to gather feedback and continuously improve the dining experience

Reference: WILL162213 / AP